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Natural Killer Cell Activity
NK cell Functional
NK cell
Natural Killer Cell Functional Assay
NK Function
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Test Overview
Chromium Release
Natural Killer (NK) cells, a component of the cell-mediated arm of the immune system, mediate destruction of some types of tumor cells and virus-infected cells. Decreased NK cytotoxicity is associated with impaired immune surveillance, and may explain a predisposition to malignancy and viral infections. Increased NK cytotoxicity has been observed in women with a history of spontaneous abortions.
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.